Dr. Christopher Peer, MD
Dr. Christopher Peer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Leawood, Kansas. A Medicare provider since 2006, Dr. Peer has performed 34 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#63 in Kansas) and 21 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 55 procedures.
In Kansas, Dr. Peer performs below average in knee (34 vs 64 avg), below average in shoulder (21 vs 28 avg).
Dr. Peer's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (34 cases) and shoulder replacements (21 cases).
Leawood is home to 17 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Leawood area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Peer extend back to 2016, covering 8 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 25 to 55 in the most recent data, a 120% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Dr. Peer's 34 knee replacement procedures is below the national average of 45 among 6,720 surgeons. Medicare data captures roughly a third of all joint replacements, so actual volume is likely higher.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Peer Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Kansas state average.
Contact & Location
Leawood, KS 66211
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Peer's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 8 years, increasing 120% from 25 procedures in 2016 to 55 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Peer
How does Dr. Peer's procedure volume compare to other Kansas surgeons?
Dr. Peer has performed 55 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Kansas average is 81 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Peer ranks #61 out of 118 orthopedic surgeons in Kansas.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Peer perform?
Dr. Peer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases) and shoulder replacement (21 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Peer in Leawood?
Yes. There are 17 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Kansas surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Peer represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Peer's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 55 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Peer's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Peer's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 25 procedures in 2016 to 55 in the most recent data, a 120% increase over 8 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 55 procedures in 2023.
Does Dr. Peer perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Peer's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (34 cases), shoulder replacement (21 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Peer affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Peer is affiliated with Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, Menorah Medical Center, Adventhealth Shawnee Mission.
How does Dr. Peer compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Leawood?
Among the 17 orthopedic surgeons in Leawood, Dr. Peer ranks #8 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Leawood has 150 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Peer practices?
Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute (hip/knee complication rate better than national average); Menorah Medical Center (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Adventhealth Shawnee Mission (3 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Leawood, Kansas
Dr. Peer's 55 Medicare procedures are below the Leawood average of 108. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Leawood.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Scott Wingerter | 150 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Scott Cook | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Thomas Rasmussen | 129 | Knee |
| Dr. Nicholas Ting | 110 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Jacob Stueve | 104 | Shoulder |
| Dr. John Krumme | 72 | Hip, Knee |
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